New york: In a firm address to the General Assembly, the State of Libya has rejected the use of weapons of mass destruction and condemned Israel’s actions in the Gaza Strip. Libya reaffirmed its commitment to the principles of the United Nations Charter and expressed support for efforts to achieve international peace and security. The country emphasized that a just peace and comprehensive disarmament are essential pathways to ensuring global security.
According to Libyan News Agency, the national statement was delivered by Ambassador Issam Omran Bin Zaytoun, a member of the Permanent Mission to the United Nations, before the First Committee of the General Assembly on Disarmament and International Security during the 80th session held in New York last Friday. Ambassador Bin Zaytoun reiterated Libya’s steadfast position against nuclear weapons programs and weapons of mass destruction. He called for actions to establish a Middle East free of nuclear weapons and urged that all nuclear facilities be subjected to the safeguards system of the International Atomic Energy Agency.
The Ambassador strongly condemned the ongoing Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip, highlighting the humanitarian catastrophe that has claimed the lives of tens of thousands of civilians. He stated that these actions represent a flagrant violation of international law and are a “stain on the brow of humanity.”
The statement concluded by underscoring Libya’s commitment to its active role within the United Nations as a sincere Arab voice, advocating for human values and the rights of peoples, particularly the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people. Libya reiterated its support for multilateral efforts to achieve a just and lasting peace worldwide.